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Definition of Charivari
1. Noun. A noisy mock serenade (made by banging pans and kettles) to a newly married couple.
Generic synonyms: Serenade
Derivative terms: Callithumpian
Definition of Charivari
1. n. A mock serenade of discordant noises, made with kettles, tin horns, etc., designed to annoy and insult.
Definition of Charivari
1. Noun. The noisy banging of pots and pans as a mock serenade to a newly married couple, or similar occasion. ¹
2. Noun. Any loud, cacophonous noise or hubbub. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Charivari
1. [v -ED, -ING, -S]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Charivari
Literary usage of Charivari
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. The Bookman (1903)
"To which the Emperor replies : "I have been deceived about my BY DAUMIER IN
charivari. strength. I have no choice. ..."
2. The History of "Punch" by Marion Harry Spielmann (1895)
"The Mystery of Mis Birth—Previous Unsuccessful Attempts at Solution— Proposal
for a " London charivari "—Ebenezer Landells and His Notion —Joseph Last ..."
3. Five Years' Residence in the Canadas: Including a Tour Through Part of the by Edward Allen Talbot (1824)
"The fourth day. a special session of the Magistrates was held, and a proclamation
issued, prohibiting a recurrence of the charivari, and inviting all ..."
4. Notes on North America, Agricultural, Economical, and Social by James Finlay Weir Johnston (1851)
"charivari of the Mickeys of Woodstock.— Farm at Jacksontown. — Speculators in
land.—Iron ore and iron smelting.—Itinerant lecturers. ..."
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